The Surprising History of the Dogwood Tree
Digging into the history of the dogwood tree discloses more than simply a pretty spring blossom; it uncovers a story of ancient tools, colonial gardens, and a few pretty wild folk traditions. Most of all of us recognize the dogwood by its exclusive four-petal look—which, formally, aren't even petals—but there's a lot more to these trees than being the superstar of your neighborhood's landscaping every Apr. ...